Shape
The shape of the T.G.A. Alpha can be described as a slightly bigger and bulkier G Pro Wireless or G Pro X Superlight. While the hump too is centered on the T.G.A. Alpha, it is a bit taller and more tapered. Compared to the T.G.A., the T.G.A. Alpha does not have holes on the sides. In fact, when using the solid back piece, the T.G.A. Alpha lacks externally visible holes entirely. Furthermore, the included back pieces featuring a low or high hump allow customizing the shape to a degree, quite similarly to the Xtrfy M42. With the higher hump, the T.G.A. Alpha feels fuller in hand. Overall, a tried and tested shape that works well in practice.
As for grip styles, I'd say the T.G.A. Alpha mostly suits claw and fingertip grip. It is a medium-sized mouse with a moderately pronounced hump, which should make it generally suit most hand sizes. For reference, my hands are 19 cm long and 10 cm wide, and I found the T.G.A. Alpha very comfortable in claw grip.
Below are additional impressions of some of the possible shell piece combinations:
Dimensions
This table includes the dimensions of the AQIRYS T.G.A. Alpha, and several other ambidextrous mice. "Front height" denotes the distance between the base and main buttons. Measurements with two decimals have been taken with a caliper, while those with one decimal have been taken with a ruler. For a full list of all measurements taken, please refer to
this sheet compiled by an esteemed community member.
AQIRYS T.G.A. Alpha Dimensions |
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| T.G.A. Alpha | T.G.A. | Helios XD3 V2 | BOLT | Viper Ultimate | Pro Wireless |
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Base Length | 11.4 cm | 11.5 cm | 11.5 cm | 11.7 cm | 11.2 cm | 11.3 cm |
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Length (including overhang) | 12.38 cm | 12.05 cm | 11.95 cm | 12.07 cm | 12.5 cm | 12.5 cm |
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Front Height (lowest point) | 1.2 cm | 1.2 cm | 1.4 cm | 1.1 cm | 1.0 cm | 1.2 cm |
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Height (highest point) | 3.96 cm | 3.84 cm | 3.83 cm | 3.74 cm | 3.70 cm | 3.91 cm |
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Front Width (widest point) | 6.17 cm | 6.12 cm | 6.08 cm | 6.11 cm | 6.26 cm | 6.08 cm |
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Back Width (widest point) | 6.27 cm | 6.36 cm | 6.48 cm | 6.16 cm | 6.59 cm | 6.27 cm |
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Grip Width (narrowest point) | 5.94 cm | 5.79 cm | 5.85 cm | 5.71 cm | 5.79 cm | 5.90 cm |
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Below are some comparison shots with each of the measured mice:
AQIRYS T.G.A.
Fantech Helios XD3 V2
Fnatic BOLT
Razer Viper Ultimate
Logitech G Pro Wireless